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Business schools in UK for EMBA

A part-time Executive MBA for experienced managers and leaders who study on weekends or in blocks while working full-time.

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Top schools
18–24 months, part-time
Typical length
£70,000–£110,000
Typical cost
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Overview

The best business schools in UK for a EMBA include London Business School, Oxford Saïd. The United Kingdom offers world-class one-year MBAs that cut both tuition and opportunity cost, backed by a two-year post-study Graduate Route visa and strong placement into London's finance and consulting hubs. A EMBA here typically costs £70,000–£110,000 all-in for a 1-year MBA, and post-study work is available: 2-year Graduate Route visa with no employer sponsorship required.

Why study a EMBA in UK?

The United Kingdom offers world-class one-year MBAs that cut both tuition and opportunity cost, backed by a two-year post-study Graduate Route visa and strong placement into London's finance and consulting hubs.

  • One-year MBAs for faster ROI
  • 2-year Graduate Route work visa
  • London access to finance and consulting

Top business schools in UK for EMBA

London Business School
London, UK · Typical GMAT ~708

Europe's leading MBA with a global, diverse cohort.

Flexible 15–21 month MBA in London.
Oxford Saïd
Oxford, UK · Typical GMAT ~690

A one-year MBA fused with the Oxford network and social-impact focus.

One-year MBA at Oxford.

Admission requirements

A competitive EMBA application to a UK school generally needs a strong GMAT or GRE score, 8+ years of experience, managers, a clear career goal, essays, and recommendations. Aim for the upper end of each school's published score range rather than a single "cut-off" figure.

Test
GMAT / GRE
Experience
8+ years of experience, managers
Also assessed
Essays · Recs · Interview

Cost & scholarships

Plan for roughly £70,000–£110,000 all-in for a 1-year MBA. Merit scholarships can significantly reduce this, and one-year formats save a full year of lost salary. Factor tuition, living costs, health insurance, and visa fees into your total budget.

Post-study work & visa

2-year Graduate Route visa with no employer sponsorship required. Work-visa certainty is often the biggest factor in whether a EMBA pays back, so weigh it alongside rankings and cost.

Career outcomes

Graduates from UK's top EMBA programs move into consulting, finance, technology and general management. Placement strength varies by school and by your target function — the schools above are strongest in finance, consulting, technology.

Frequently asked questions

Which are the best business schools in UK for a EMBA?

Top EMBA options in UK include London Business School, Oxford Saïd. The right choice depends on your target career, budget and post-study work goals.

How much does a EMBA in UK cost?

Plan for roughly £70,000–£110,000 all-in for a 1-year MBA. Scholarships can materially reduce this, and one-year formats lower total cost by cutting a year of lost salary.

Can international students work after a EMBA in UK?

2-year Graduate Route visa with no employer sponsorship required.

What are the admission requirements for a EMBA in UK?

Most programs expect a competitive GMAT or GRE, 8+ years of experience, managers, strong essays and recommendations, and a clear career goal. Top schools sit at the higher end of the score range.